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NUM holds 1,449 places in and around Ras Al Khaimah. Text it what you want, in any language. It finds three real places that fit, open now, and books the one you pick.
Two of us want to do the Jais zip-line on Sunday morning, then lunch on the mountain. Can you sort it?
Three Sunday morning zip-line slots and three lunch spots on Jebel Jais for two. Want me to book?
What is in the Ras Al Khaimah directory
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Ras Al Khaimah at a glance
Ras Al Khaimah is a Gulf coast city near the Hajar Mountains, inhabited for about 7,000 years. It was the last emirate to join the UAE, in 1972. Visitors come for the mountain road and zip-line on Jebel Jais, beaches, and forts and an abandoned village from the pearling era.
Known for
Jebel Jais جبل جيس
Mountain on the Oman border, reached by a 36 km road of hairpin bends to a viewing deck. Winter lows at the top have fallen to about -5 C.
Jais Flight zip-line جيس فلايت
Zip-line on Jebel Jais opened in 2018, listed as the world's longest at 2,832 m, with speeds up to 150 km/h.
Al Jazirah Al Hamra الجزيرة الحمراء
Pearling village south of the city, left almost empty in 1968 and said locally to be haunted. Its restored fort, mosques and souq host the yearly RAK Art festival.
National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah متحف رأس الخيمة الوطني
Old Town fort that was the ruler's home until 1964, a museum since 1987, with finds from the Bronze Age to the Julfar period.
Dhayah Fort قلعة ضاية
The UAE's highest hilltop fort, north of the city, with views over wadis and plains. Site of the last stand against the British in December 1819.
Getting there
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is about 18 km from the city, around 20 minutes by car. Dubai International (DXB) is about 85 km away, and Sharjah International about 60 km. RAKTA buses run roughly hourly from Dubai's Union Bus Station and take about 2 to 2.5 hours. Air Arabia coaches link Sharjah airport with the city.
Getting around
RAKTA runs color-coded city bus lines from Al Nakheel, including ones to the airport and Al Jazirah Al Hamra. Pay with a Saqr card, sold at the main bus station and on board. Book intercity buses in the Sayr app. Careem covers taxis.
When to go
November to March is the mildest time. The top of Jebel Jais is often about ten degrees cooler than the coast, and snow has fallen there a few times. Summer is very hot and humid. Ramadan dates move earlier each year.
Local tip
Bring a warm layer for Jebel Jais in winter. It can be near freezing at the viewing deck when the coast below is warm.
Facts checked November 1, 2026. Transport and openings change, so NUM checks them again.
More of Ras Al Khaimah
Jebel JaisPhoto: Mark Hills from London, England · CC BY 2.0 
Jais Flight zip-linePhoto: ZipTheUsa · CC BY-SA 3.0 
Al Jazirah Al HamraPhoto: Artur Malinowski · CC BY 2.0 
Ras Al KhaimahPhoto: almarjanisland.com · CC BY-SA 4.0 
Ras Al KhaimahPhoto: Ganeshvel2 · CC BY-SA 4.0 
Ras Al KhaimahPhoto: Alexandermcnabb · CC BY-SA 4.0
Where NUM looks in Ras Al Khaimah
Districts NUM covers here.
- Ras Al Khaimah (city name) راس الخيمة
- Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah إمارة رأس الخيمة
- Dafan Al Khor دفن الخور راس الخيمه
How NUM works in Ras Al Khaimah
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Questions about NUM in Ras Al Khaimah
How many restaurants does NUM know in Ras Al Khaimah?
151 in and around Ras Al Khaimah, from the open map data NUM builds its directory on. NUM does not list all of them at you. It picks three that fit what you asked for, and says why.
Does NUM cover street food and markets in Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes: 39 street-food spots and 2 markets. Ask it what is open now and it will answer for the hour you are actually in.
Can NUM help me find a hotel in Ras Al Khaimah?
NUM knows 73 places to stay here. It finds the one that fits and hands you to the licensed partner who books it, so you always know who you are booking with.
How do I get to Ras Al Khaimah from Dubai airport?
It is about 85 km, around 45 minutes by car or taxi. By public transport, take the RAKTA bus from Dubai's Union Bus Station, about 2 to 2.5 hours.
How cold does Jebel Jais get?
The top is often about ten degrees cooler than the coast. Winter lows have reached about -5 C, and snow fell in 2009, 2017 and 2020.
What language can I message NUM in for Ras Al Khaimah?
Whatever you write in. NUM answers in the language of your message, and in the script you used, which for Chinese means Traditional stays Traditional.
Does it cost anything?
Not for travelers. Booking through NUM is free and nothing is added to your bill. NUM Plus and NUM Platinum are optional and only add room.
For businesses in Ras Al Khaimah
If you run somewhere here, list it free. No account needed: add your place or update its details, and NUM checks them before they go live. Taking bookings through NUM is a separate, optional sign-up.
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